Your smile is often the first thing people notice about you. It’s your calling card, your way of expressing joy and confidence. But what happens when you feel less than proud of your smile? That’s where cosmetic dentistry comes in—a personalized approach to not only improving the appearance of your teeth but also enhancing your…
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Transform Your Smile With Cosmetic Dentistry in White Plains

Our smiles are powerful assets; we use them every day to express our emotions. But what if your teeth embarrass you? At The Dental Design Center in White Plains, you can transform them with a cosmetic dentistry smile makeover. We subject our teeth to a lot of abuse. They get stained by food and drink,…
Bright And Healthy Smiles in White Plains

No one disputes the fact that bright and healthy smiles are more attractive. Everybody likes to see a beautiful smile, and having beautiful teeth is also healthy for your self-esteem. Glad to Meet You I’m Dr. Ira Handschuh, DDS. I serve the White Plains community with dental services including dental implants. I provide dental services…
What Does A Beautiful Smile Say About You?

It’s not just about looks. According to research by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), a healthy and attractive smile makes you appear more intelligent, successful, friendly, and interesting. The Dental Design Center has many options to beautify your smile in the White Plains area. You Can Beautify Your Smile Our smile makeover patients…
Do Veneers Make Teeth Look Bigger?

A well-designed veneer does not make your tooth look larger – unless you want it to. A veneer can correct many cosmetic dental problems and is a minimally invasive restoration. During the placement of some porcelain veneers, an extremely thin layer of enamel is removed from the tooth. If you have teeth with damage, discoloration,…
The Dental Design Center Treats You Like Royalty

When cosmetic Dentist Ira Handschuh crowns one of our patients, the coronation is a celebration of a stronger smile. The necessity of a dental crown is usually readily apparent. Based on how much tooth is available to hold in a filling, sometimes a crown is required to add more support and to keep the tooth…
Tooth Whitening: In-Office vs. DIY in White Plains

If you are planning to whiten your teeth, the vital first step is to decide on a whitening method. It may seem like there are a multitude of options, but it’s important to remember that they all employ a peroxide-based whitening solution. The difference lies in the strength of the bleaching solution and method of…
Transform Your Smile with Dental Implants at The Dental Design Center – Ira J. Handschuh, D.D.S.

Losing a tooth can significantly impact not only our ability to chew but also our confidence and self-esteem. Fortunately, dental technology has made remarkable strides in restorative dentistry, offering a revolutionary solution: dental implants. At The Dental Design Center, we understand the importance of a complete and radiant smile, and our team of experts is…
Dental Crowns At The Dental Design Center – Ira J. Handschuh, D.D.S. In White Plains

Dental crowns have been used in dentistry for over 2000 years. There is evidence that the Etruscans experimented with crowns on teeth using ivory and bone as early as 700 B.C. By 200 A.D., they began using gold crowns to construct artificial teeth. Ancient Egyptians fashioned tooth replacements out of seashells and then hammered them…
A Whiter Smile is Possible With Tooth Whitening

Teeth whitening is a popular dental procedure in the White Plains area. After all, who doesn’t want a whiter smile? If you are considering tooth whitening, here are some things to keep in mind courtesy of The Dental Design Center. Tooth Whitening: Key Findings Whitening treatments can be effective on both extrinsic and intrinsic staining…